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Jacqueyhappy Odhiambo

@jacqueyhappyodhiambo

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Goal-oriented research assistant with expertise in data collection and analysis.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values research integrity and offers growth opportunities.

I am a passionate and self-motivated research assistant with extensive experience in data collection, analysis, and project management. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Development Studies from Mount Kenya University and an Advanced Certificate in Community Based Work from the University of Kwa Zulu Natal. I have honed my skills in various research roles, contributing to significant projects in health and community development.

Throughout my career, I have worked with esteemed organizations such as LVCT Health, JHPIEGO Kenya, and AMREF Kenya, where I successfully maintained data integrity, conducted qualitative and quantitative analyses, and facilitated interviews with diverse stakeholders. My commitment to quality assurance and effective communication has allowed me to thrive in collaborative environments, ensuring that research objectives are met with precision and care.

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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Research Assistant

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LVCT Health

Dec 2020 - May 2023 (2 years 5 months)

As a Research Assistant, I maintained data integrity and confidentiality, prepared and organized information, scheduled qualitative interviews, and collected both quantitative and qualitative data. I ensured adherence to data quality assurance procedures and participated in planning meetings.

Data Management Qualitative Research Quantitative Research Communication Skills Interviewing Data Analysis Problem Solving Confidentiality

Research Assistant

JHPIEGO KENYA

Nov 2020 - Nov 2020 (0 months)

In this role, I identified and recruited eligible participants, collected data using Redcap, and ensured timely submission of daily data to the server. I also wrote weekly field reports.

Data Collection Reports Time Management Communication Skills Data Integrity Confidentiality

Research Assistant

AMREF KENYA

Oct 2020 - Oct 2020 (0 months)

I conducted in-depth interviews and key informant interviews, transcribed and translated audio files, and maintained confidentiality of sensitive research information while adhering to data quality assurance procedures.

Interviewing Transcription Data Collection Confidentiality Communication Skills Data Quality

Research Assistant

Kenya Medical Research Institute, PTBi

Aug 2019 - Oct 2019 (2 months)

I planned and coordinated research activities, designed databases for field activities, and ensured secure data storage. I also produced reports and maintained confidentiality.

Project Coordination Database Design Data Management Reports Confidentiality Research Planning Communication Skills

Research Assistant

AMREF KENYA

Mar 2019 - Jul 2019 (4 months)

I facilitated meetings, administered questionnaires, coded and analyzed data using Nvivo, and prepared project monitoring reports while conducting literature reviews.

Data Analysis NVIVO Review Reports Communication Skills Monitoring

Research Assistant

International Center for Reproductive Health Kenya

Jun 2015 - Nov 2017 (2 years 5 months)

I screened and recruited study participants, collected samples, maintained data integrity, and wrote standard operating procedures while facilitating meetings and interviews.

Screening Data Collection Confidentiality Communication Skills Interviewing

Receptionist and Data Officer

National AIDS Control Council

Jul 2012 - Jul 2015 (3 years)

In this volunteer role, I managed resource movements, maintained calendars, ensured quality data collection, and coordinated logistics for project activities.

Data Management Coordination Calendar Management Quality Assurance Communication Skills Logistics Coordination